Serena Williams Flaunts Toned Legs In Thigh-High Slit Dress For NAACP Awards
By Afouda Bamidele on March 1, 2023 at 11:00 AM EST
In her custom Brandon Blackwood gown at the NAACP Images Awards ceremony, Serena Williams was a sight to behold!
The legendary athlete is famous for breaking records on the tennis courts. However, she is known for catching the attention of many with her different fashion statements on and off the red carpet.
Williams, who has since retired from her sports to dwell in family bliss with her husband, Alexis Ohanian, and daughter, Olympia, was in attendance at this year’s NAACP Image Awards, and she gave her fans a full display of her superstar fit that she wore to the event.
Serena Williams Gagged Fans With Her Show-Stopping Dress
The American tennis player seized the conversation online when she showed off her dress at the Award ceremony on Saturday. The images shared beforehand on her Instagram brought about a lot of positive reactions from her millions of followers.
In the first update, the mom of one could be seen flaunting her toned legs as she posed elegantly in front of a grand piano. Her ensemble featured a snatched bodice with long sleeves and a flowing slit skirt designed from smooth black velvet.
The gown incorporates a plunging V neckline that gave way to the see-through bustier she donned. Her brown curly hair and flawless makeup look perfectly fit the occasion. Williams’ fashion was completed with sheer pumps, a floral display of diamond rings, massive black and silver statement drop earrings, and a thin necklace for added sparkle.
The next update showed moments when the athletic star was in Pasadena, California- the event’s venue. One showed her on the red carpet, while the others revealed her receiving the NAACP's Jackie Robinson Sports Award at the ceremony.
Both posts have garnered over 207K likes and numerous comments from fans, who responded with compliments. “This should be a large portrait hanging by the piano ❤️❤️❤️,” an excited fan mentioned.
Another wrote, “Simply gorgeous you represent every time you step out the door Serena we love you.” “You surprised me, stunning and glamorous!! ❤️?,” a third admirer stated. Meanwhile, Others congratulated her for honourary award. One wrote, “EVERYTHING ‼️ Congratulations again gorgeous!!” while the NAACP’s official Instagram account commented, “So deserving ??? #Goat.”
The 41-year-old joins other acting social justice sportspeople to be on the receiving end of the NAACP's Jackie Robinson Sports Award. According to DailyMail, she became the 10th athlete to be honored with this prestigious award since LeBron James in 2017.
However, it was first granted to three-time Olympic champion and track and field star Wilma Rudolph in 1988. Receiving the award, She said, "I’m incredibly humbled to be amongst some of the greatest names in today's culture, celebrating those who promote equity through creative endeavors." Williams’ continued saying:
"Together, we are a team of trailblazers, and we represent what is possible, when you truly believe in yourself, and your potential, and follow your life and passion."
The Retired Tennis Pro Stunned In Mini-Dress For Date Night With Husband
The 23 Grand Slam singles winner knows how to slay a dress for a celebrity event or a casual outing with hubby. The Blast’s recent report showed how the tennis guru looked chic for a date night alongside her man.
She tagged a three-frame picture, “Miami nights✨,” which precisely revealed specific details of the great night she and her beau. She rocked a short bodycon black turtle-neck dress with sports shoes and a soft cosmetic look for the event. Her husband, featured in the third frame, modeled a black round-neck shirt.
The second snap displayed the doting wife standing with a leg raised in front of a massive tree with leaves covering its trunk. Her flawless legs slipped into a pair of black with lemon sports shoes. Per reports, the post attracted numerous comments from her social media admirers concerning her elegance and the couple’s Mismi night hangout.
The Reddit co-founder led the park by calling his beautiful wife a “Hottie.” One fan commented, “You two look like a lot of fun ??.” A second commentator penned, “❤️❤️❤️you have a remarkable beauty very seductive kiss my queen love ❤️.” Other followers inundated their compliments with heart and fire emojis.
